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Spanish Speaking Peer Training

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Choices is breaking barriers by providing Spanish speaking trainings. We now have over 60 hours in fully Spanish Speaking courses. Do you know someone who wants to take the training but language is a barrier?

We are pleased to announce a virtual Spanish Peer training beginning Feb. 18th, 2025.

Read more: https://mailchi.mp/choicesrecoverytrainings/ces-for-renewal-and-recertification-unique-courses-12842089

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Last Call for the Important Training

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Hello Fierce Leaders and Change Agents,This may be the last chance you have to take this cutting edge training as it may not ever come back to the East Coast, and it is the second to the final training under the current grant.

Register Now for Just $49.00. Use Coupon Code Alum76 Recovering from Benzodiazepines, Help, Healing and Peer Support.
Two dates left:
May 20, 21, 22 12-4:30 pm EASTERN, virtual.
June 4 & 11; 9 am – 4:30 pm Mountain, virtual.
REGISTER HERE: https://choicesrecoverytrainings.com/product/benzodiazepines-peer-support-may-2024-est/

What people are saying:
March 2024; Kathy Greely, CPRS, Delaware”I just wanted to touch base. Thank you all for the exceptional training I could have spent another whole day with you just asking questions. You handed me pieces of a puzzle that I have been struggling with as a SUD peer for the last 4 years.”
    
Benzodiazepines, while effective in treating anxiety and other conditions, can lead to dependence and addiction when used long-term or in high doses. They can cause drowsiness, confusion, memory problems, and in severe cases, respiratory depression. Moreover, withdrawing from benzodiazepines can be extremely challenging and even life-threatening without proper support and medical supervision.     
Peer support training plays a vital role in offering assistance to those affected by benzodiazepine misuse.
Peer support workers, who often have personal experience with recovery, can provide empathetic understanding, practical guidance, and a sense of solidarity to individuals navigating the complexities of addiction and withdrawal. They offer a unique perspective, having been through similar struggles themselves, which can foster trust and rapport in the recovery process.    
By promoting awareness of the dangers of benzodiazepines and the value of peer support training, we can encourage individuals to seek help early, reduce stigma surrounding substance use disorders, and create a supportive environment where those affected can find the assistance they need to overcome addiction and reclaim their lives.

This virtual training will be held on May 20, 21, and 22, 2024, from 12 to 4:30 p.m. EST. Seating is limited. Sending supervisors would be great. Twelve CEs will be awarded in all four domainsAligns with the IC & RC Four Domains: Ethics – 5.0 Mentoring & Education – 1.25 Recovery & Wellness – 2.75 Seating is Limited!

The normal cost is $125.00. Because you are Choices Alum it is available to you for a discounted cost of just $49.00.For the full course description and objectives please visit  https://choicesrecoverytrainings.com/product/benzodiazepines-peer-support-may-2024-est/
When registering, please use coupon code ALUM76 to take advantage of the discounted rate just for you – for a limited time! This coupon is good ONLY for the benzo training, not other Choices trainings.

Notice:Please note this is a peer level course. While some content may appear to be clinical, it is presented only to lay a peer-level foundation for the issues that can arise. However, this course is suitable for alcohol and drug counselors also. Nurse practitioners and physician assistants have also attended this course and reaped enormous benefits from it. Choices is a NAADAC NAADAC-approved provider providing pre-approval in many partnering states. Choices is also independently recognized in a number of states (CT, FL, ME) on the East Coast.
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“It is not that we have a short time to live, but that we waste a lot of it.”

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Pocket Worthy Stories to fuel your mind.

15 Useful Activities That Are Worth Your Time

“It is not that we have a short time to live, but that we waste a lot of it.”

Darius Foroux

Our time on this planet is limited. Most of us realize that sooner or later. And yet, we keep on squandering our time and running around in circles.

Why is it that we waste so much of our time? Most people think that we, humans, don’t understand the value of time.

I don’t think that’s the problem. You and I both know the value of time. It’s a depletable resource. By that definition, the value of time is high.

So if the problem is not our appreciation of time, what’s the cause of a waste of time and potential?

The answer is obvious: We simply don’t know what to do with our time. The stoic philosopher Seneca famously said in On The Shortness Of Life:

“It is not that we have a short time to live, but that we waste a lot of it.”

Most of us read that and get a temporary boost: “Wow, I need to value my time and stop wasting it.”

You know what we do next?

We open Instagram and waste 42 minutes on consuming shit. We go out for coffee for the 7th time this week. We play video games for 2 hours straight. We gossip on the phone for 55 minutes.

Ask yourself: Are the things that I’m doing worth my time? I’ve done that. And most of the things I did simply were not. But distinguishing wasteful activities from worthwhile activities is hard.

As an exercise, I recommend everyone to sit down and think about what activities are worth your time. This is a personal exercise. Everybody values different things. To give you an idea of how I spend my time, I’ve made a list of 15 activities that I consider worthwhile.

  1. Working out — I especially like strength training because being strong is one of the most useful things in life. Sitting behind your desk for hours, going shopping, traveling — your life will be a lot easier when you’re physically strong.
  2. Spending time with people you love — It doesn’t really matter what you do. It’s more about being around people you genuinely care about. That will lift your spirits and give you energy.
  3. Learning how your body works — Everybody should know how their body functions. I also like to read about the latest scientific research about health and fitness.
  4. Journaling — It’s always nice to sit down at the end of a day and reflect. What did I do today? What did I learn? What am I going to do tomorrow? Answering those questions is the best time you’ll spend every day.
  5. Learning a skill — Always be learning a new skill. I started practicing Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu a while back. I go to class every week and I constantly learn from YouTube videos. I always want to learn a new skill because it reminds me that I’m always a student.
  6. Making a financial strategy — I like to read and hear about investing strategies of different people. Even though I consider myself a value investor, I still look at what day traders do. I’m interested in finance because I don’t want to waste my hard-earned money.
  7. Watching good movies/tv shows — I sometimes make fun of people who binge watch tv shows. I think that’s a waste of your day. But I love movies and good shows. They can give you inspiration too.
  8. Listening to music — I listen to music a lot. It gives me inspiration and energy. The best thing is to listen music that fits your mood.
  9. Reading — I start and close my day with reading. And I never miss a day.
  10. Talking about life — It’s nice to have a good conversation with someone who has the same mindset as you. I’ve grown to hate shallow conversations. So I don’t waste my time anymore on people who I don’t have a deep connection with.
  11. Going to the sauna — I do this twice a week. It’s apparently good for you. But that’s not why I go. I love the heat and quiet. The time I spend in the sauna is like meditation to me.
  12. Discovering new books — I can spend hours browsing books that I want to read. But I try to not overdo it. Otherwise, you’re reading more ABOUT books than reading actual books.
  13. Watching sports — I used to play basketball and I still enjoy watching it. But I only follow the NBA, not all professional sports.
  14. Laughing — I love some good banter. Life is hard and if you don’t laugh about yourself, you only make it harder.
  15. Working on your goals — Every minute you spend on advancing your life is time you don’t regret spending.

At the end of a day, you must look back and think to yourself, “If this was my last day, I’m okay with that.”

Can you honestly say that? Look, it’s not about living every day like it’s your last. If everybody did that, we would have total anarchy.

Instead, make sure you spend your time well. Are you proud of how you’re spending your days? Answer yes, and you’ll never live with regrets.

Source: https://getpocket.com/explore/item/15-useful-activities-that-are-worth-your-time?utm_source=pocket-newtab